Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 7th–5th century B.C.Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces is a stone-stamp seals of Babylonian (?) origin created in ca. 7th–5th century B.C. using olive steatite measuring Seal Face: 1.78 x 1.34 cm Height: 1.16 cm String Hole: 0.43 — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Olive steatite |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.78 x 1.34 cm Height: 1.16 cm String Hole: 0.43 |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76 |
| Date | ca. 7th–5th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian (?) culture, dating from the Neo-Babylonian (?) period. The estimated date range is 700 BC – 400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia or Syria (?). 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces?
Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces created?
Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces dates to ca. 7th–5th century B.C..
What material is Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces made from?
Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces is crafted from olive steatite.
Is Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces in the public domain?
Rectangular prism seal, engraved on four faces is in the public domain and can be freely used.